In 2023, we spent a week on Vancouver Island in beautiful British Columbia, Canada’s westernmost province. Today’s post features some photos of the places we visited.
6 ways to turn your junk into treasure
There’s an old saying that one man’s junk is another man’s treasure. The more time I spend decluttering, the more I see the truth in that saying. But decluttering doesn’t mean filling the landfill. Read on for six ways you can turn your junk into treasure for someone else.
Searching for inspiration for Plastic Free July 2026
July is almost here. When I sat down to think about what to write for my Plastic Free July 2026 post, I admit to a bit of writer’s block. This led me to wonder if the plastic-free movement still matters in 2026.
Throwback Thursday – Don’t be fooled by compostable plastics
Are compostable plastics really an environmentally friendly solution, or just another case of greenwashing? Find out in today’s Throwback Thursday post.
World Refill Day is an opportunity to think differently
It’s World Refill Day, a global day of awareness to prevent plastic pollution by accelerating the shift to systems designed for reuse and refill rather than single use. It’s an opportunity for all of us to take another look at the packaging waste on the products we use and resolve to do better.
Canada’s east coast – Simply slower and friendlier
Instead of my usual Sunday post, today I’ll share some sights and highlights of our time on Canada’s east coast where life is simply slower and friendlier.
Throwback Thursday – Still looking for the perfect Mother’s Day gift?
On Sunday, we celebrate Mother’s Day here in North America. If you’re still looking for the perfect Mother’s Day gift, you’ll love today’s Throwback Thursday post.
Earth Day 2026 – A poem to celebrate our beautiful Earth
Tomorrow is Earth Day. Seeing the spectacular images of Earth from the Artemis II mission inspired me to celebrate Earth Day 2026 by writing a poem.
Throwback Thursday – An Earth Day poem to inspire you
Earth Day 2026 is almost here. To celebrate, today’s Throwback Thursday post from 2021 is one of my most popular posts. It features an Earth Day poem from my dear friend Pat Keachie.
6 ways to reduce the environmental cost of experiences
This post in the Climate Change Collective series explores the environmental cost of the experiences that have replaced material goods for many who want to simplify their lives. Read on to learn why we can’t ignore the impact, and for ways to reduce the environmental cost of experiences.